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This course will be an inspiring overview about the clean energy future. Explore how the new Green Economy will provide technology and jobs as our society transitions away from the nation's problematic dependence on fossil fuels. From large scale projects to residential applications, you will understand how clean energy solutions are utilized. Solar and wind investments will be analyzed to determine how we can solve our local and national energy demands. Current video and printed material will be presented through lecture and discussion groups.

Explore the evolving use of green construction techniques. Examine the trade-offs of different technologies and the requirements for the EPA EnergyStar and LEED certifications. Oriented towards the construction professional, but also appropriate for anyone planning on having a new home built.

Learn the basic theory and hands on practical applications and installation for both commercial and residential solar photovoltaic and solar thermal panels. How to perform a site survey using various tools and applied knowledge. Introduction to the basic concepts of solar energy production and all of the; various components that make up a solar hot water based system. This class is ideal for commercial building owners and home owners interested in learning about the benefits of solar energy production and the ROI.

Simple, chemical-free, natural products for skincare: you can make them yourself, or at least recognize what's good and what's not on the store shelf. In this hands-on class learn about skin-loving herbs and oils and easy-to-make salves, lotions, scrubs and more. In each class you'll make one or two products to take home. Create a special gift basket with your products for holiday gift giving. The class will include information on harmful chemicals, so you can take charge of your skin's health! A $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.

Create soothing, healing salves and lotion to pamper your skin! Learn the basics to make herbal infused oils, salves, lotions, and your own skin-soaking preparations without any synthetic ingredients. Especially helpful for those with sensitive skin. Bring home a lip balm, healing salve, and lotion, scented with individual choices of essential oils. A $12 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.